A fine and comforting dish for a cold day.
Serves 4

1/2 lb.

fresh spinach, stems removed, washed

227 g

2 Tbsp.

unsalted butter

30 ml

1 cup

finely diced onion

240 ml

1/2 cup

finely diced fennel bulb

120 ml

1 cup

dry white wine

240 ml

2 cups

whipping cream

475 ml

1 tsp.

salt

5 ml

2 tsp.

finely chopped fresh tarragon

10 ml

1 Tbsp.

fresh lemon juice

15 ml

2 1/2 lbs.

russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks

1 kg

1/2 cup

buttermilk, warmed

120 ml

2 Tbsp.

unsalted butter at room temperature

30 ml

1 Tbsp.

prepared horseradish

15 ml

salt and pepper to taste

24

shucked medium oysters

24

1/2 cup

fine dry breadcrumbs

120 ml

paprika